
words of Holy Writ that show how the place marked by God's special
presence should be regarded." (See x. 3:5; Gen. 28:16, 17.)
5.
What besides the Lord's sanctuary should be reverenced? An-
swer.—His name, His word, and His ministers should be reverenced.
NomE.—"Reverence should be shown also for the name of God. Never
should that name be spoken lightly or thoughtlessly. Even in prayer its
frequent or needless repetition should be avoided. 'Holy and reverend
is His name.' Angels, as they 'speak it, veil their faces. With what
reverence should we, who are.fallen and sinful, take it upon our lips!"
—Ibid.
"We should reverence God's word. For the printed volume we should
show respect, never putting it to common uses, or handling it carelessly.
And never should Scripture be quoted in a jest, Or paraphrased to point
a witty saying."—Id., p. 244.
"Reverence should be shown for God's representatives,—for minis-
ters, teachers, and parents, who are called to speak and act in His stead.
In the respect shown them, God is honored."—"PrOphets and Kings,"
p. 237.
6.
What does the presence of God do for any place? Ex. 3:2-5;
Joshua 5:15.
NOTE.—"Happy are those who have a sanctuary, be it high or low,
in the city. or among the rugged mountain caves, in the lowly cabin or
in the wilderness. If it is the best they can secure for the Master, He
will hallow the place with His presence, and it will be holy unto the Lord
of hosts."—"Testinionies," vol. 5, pp. 491, 492.
7.
By what outward form should we express our reverence for God?
Ps. 95:3, 6.
NOTE.—"Both in public and in private worship, it is our privilege
to bow on our knees before God when we offer our petitions to Him.
Jesus, our example, 'kneeled down, and prayed.' Of His disciples it is
recorded that they, too, 'kneeled down, and prayed.' Paul declared,
bow my knees unto the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.' In confessing
before God the sins of Isra'el, Ezra knelt. Daniel 'kneeled upon his
knees three times a day, and prayed, and gave thanks before his God.' "
—"Prophets and Kings," p. 48.
8.
What pertinent suggestions are given concerning one's conduct in
the house of the Lord? Eccl. 5:1; Hab. 2:20.
NOTE.—"When. the worshipers enter the place of meeting, they should
do so with decorum, passing quietly to their seats. . . Common talk-
ing, whispering, and laughing should not be permitted in the house of
worship, either before or after the service. Ardent, active piety should
characterize the worshipers.
"If some have to wait a few minutes before the meeting begins, let
them maintain a true spirit of devotion by silent meditation, keeping
the heart uplifted to God in prayer that the service may be of special
benefit to their own hearts, and lead to the conviction and conversion
of other souls. They should remember that heavenly messengers are in
the house."—"Testimonies," vol. 5, p. 492.
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